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Microprocessor-based engine management system for mechanical engines
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iMech Series
Microprocessor-Based Engine Management System
For Mechanical Engines
Part Number: C3M-115
Revision: 1.2
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Copyright  Controls, Inc.
P.O. Box 368 • Sharon Center, OH 44274
Phone 330.239.4345 • Fax 330.239.2845 • www.controlsinc.com

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  • Page 1 Product Manual iMech Series Microprocessor-Based Engine Management System For Mechanical Engines Part Number: C3M-115 Revision: 1.2 ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Copyright  Controls, Inc. P.O. Box 368 • Sharon Center, OH 44274 Phone 330.239.4345 • Fax 330.239.2845 • www.controlsinc.com...
  • Page 2 1.1 The C3M-115 is a sealed microprocessor-based engine control system for industrial engines. It is based on the Controls, Inc. iMech series controller platform with a Freescale 8 bit processor. 1.2 The product is packaged into water tight, polycarbonate enclosure for maximum durability. The controller is plug &...
  • Page 3 CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S 2) Interface 2.1 Display – The backlit digital display is 1”H x 4”W with two rows of 16 characters. Character height is approximately ½”.
  • Page 4 CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S 3) Enclosure 3.1 Sealed Polycarbonate Enclosure 3.2 O-Ring Seal 3.3 Four 10-32 Brass bosses used to mount unit to sheet metal or vibration isolators.

  • Page 5: Panel Operation

    CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S 4) Panel Operation 4.1.1 Power Up – Unit performs a power up self-test. Initialization screen displays firmware version. LEDs are illuminated for operation verification.
  • Page 6 CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S 4.1.3 Acquiring Information – Panel begins monitoring sensor inputs. Values are displayed. If no information is available due to a sensor not being connected, the display shows dashed lines.
  • Page 7 CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S Engine Warning – When the iMech detects a parameter is outside of its normal operating range, the 4.1.5...
  • Page 8 CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S Alarm Logging – Anytime a warning or shutdown condition occurs, the panel will store the event in 4.1.7...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S Throttle Operation – When using the iMech to control engine speed, a third party governor or other 4.1.9...

  • Page 10: External Connectors

    CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S 5) External Connectors 5.1 C3M-100 Module Connector - The C3M-100 module is connected to the internal wiring harness via a 14-pin TYCO plug.

  • Page 11: Controller Menus

    CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S 6) Controller Menus 6.1 The control panel a menus system to view various engine related information and set up the controller programming.
  • Page 12 CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S 6.4 Menu Access & Navigation 6.4.1 Accessing Menus 1. Press and hold the MENU key & simultaneously press the ENTER key.
  • Page 13 CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S Entering into category Viewing logged events - 12 -...
  • Page 14 CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S 6.4.3 Password Entry The password screen is provided to restrict the edit of sensitive values to authorized personnel.
  • Page 15 CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S 6.4.5 Exiting 1. Press and hold the MENU key & simultaneously press the ENTER key.

  • Page 16: Input Configuration

    CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S 7) Input Configuration Heading Default Range Units Your Settings Digital 1 Configuration Open N/O or N/C...

  • Page 17: Output Configuration

    CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S 8) Output Configuration Heading Default Range Units Your Settings Relay 1 Function Throttle B0...
  • Page 18 CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S 2) Relay Polarity a. Positive – Relay acts as a normally open contact. b. Invert – Relay acts as a normally closed contact.
  • Page 19 CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S 10) Engine Safety Configuration Heading Default Range Units Your Settings Press and Temp Units...

  • Page 20: Module Configuration

    CONTROLS, INCORPORATED C O N T R O L S Y S T E M S & S O L U T I O N S 11) Module Configuration Heading Default Range Units Your Settings Preheat 0:10 0:00-2:00 Min:Sec Hour Meter...

  • Page 21: Warranty

    S O L U T I O N S 13) Warranty CONTROLS, INC. is herein called “Seller”. The person, firm or corporation to whom or which the sale is made is herein called “Buyer”. Seller warrants to the Buyer that all products furnished under this order will conform to Seller’s specification, drawings as...

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